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Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin' 12cm

Name: Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin' 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: SedumSachalin12cm
Price: 6.0 EUR
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Succulent · Crassulaceae · Hardy flowering carpet

Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin'

The grey that flowered pink 🌸

Family: Crassulaceae · Pot diameter: 12cm · Height: 15cm

Crassulaceae
Deciduous perennial
Blue-grey foliage
Pink flowers
Exceptional cold hardiness

Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin' spreads into a dense mosaic of rounded fleshy leaves. Blue-grey colour meets purple reflections and dark-red stems, producing a low composition with an almost metallic finish.

Toward late summer, pink-to-purple clusters of small star-shaped flowers rise above the cool foliage and transform the entire display. Seasonal change, a naturally spreading line and exceptional cold hardiness make it a distinctive choice for collections, rock gardens and bright outdoor positions.

What makes it special

Cool foliage and dark stems act as a quiet background for a warm star-shaped flower display.

A metallic foliage mosaic

Small rounded leaves overlap into a dense surface of grey, blue and subtle purple.

A pink cloud in late summer

Numerous small flowers gather into flat clusters that illuminate the low foliage.

Seasonal change with purpose

Stems naturally retreat in winter and return from the base, providing a true annual cycle rather than a static display.

Why you will love it: it combines an unusual colour palette, generous flowers and remarkable hardiness in a low succulent with four-season character.

In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks its best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Show it on a bright terrace, in a rock garden or at a border edge where stems can spread freely. Grey stone, dark ceramic and natural wood suit its cool palette.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Combine it with hardy perennial succulents of a similar seasonal rhythm, using separate pots where water management differs.

Sempervivum tectorum — persistent geometric rosettes maintain structure while the Hylotelephium rests.
Orostachys iwarenge — silver rosettes and unusual flowers continue a cool Asian aesthetic.
Sedum spurium — a low mat and warmer leaves add textural continuity with colour contrast.

Care at a glance

Light

Morning sun to full light, with afternoon protection in the hottest Greek regions.

Water

Moderate water during active growth as the upper zone dries, much less during winter dormancy.

Climate

Exceptionally cold hardy, but requiring airflow and rapid drainage against summer damp.

Pets

No established indication of serious toxicity, though ingestion by children or pets should be prevented.

For this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Cacti & Succulent Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable nutritionCactus&Succulent focus 100mlView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and nutrition in detail

Light and position

In a mild climate it prefers abundant light and direct sun. Under Greek summer heat, morning sun and bright afternoon shade preserve the glaucous foliage better.

Watering correctly

During spring and summer growth, water as the upper zone dries without imposing prolonged drought. Reduce water substantially after stems become dormant.

Air and humidity

Moving air is important around the low mat because dense stems can retain moisture. Avoid standing water and remove dead material after winter.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

It is highly frost hardy and needs winter cold for normal dormancy. In Greece, prolonged summer overheating is a greater challenge than winter.

Substrate

Use a free-draining mix with mineral components but slightly more organic matter than for a desert cactus. Roots need moisture during growth without saturation.

Feeding and repotting

A small dose of balanced fertiliser with low-to-moderate nitrogen in spring is sufficient, with one further dilute application before flowers if growth is strong. Divide or repot as shoots begin.

Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, origin of the form and natural distribution

Accepted botanical placement

The accepted name is Hylotelephium cyaneum (Rudolph) H.Ohba in Crassulaceae. Sedum cyaneum Rudolph is the historical basionym that remains common in trade.

The cultivar ‘Sakhalin’

The Royal Horticultural Society records the selection as Hylotelephium cyaneum ‘Sakhalin’. ‘Sachalin’ in the product title is an older transliteration of the same geographic name; no original selector is widely documented.

Eastern Siberia and the Russian Far East

The species is native to eastern Siberia and the Russian Far East, including Sakhalin Island, in subalpine to subarctic rocky meadows with cold winters.

From natural habitat to home care: winter dieback protects renewal buds below the surface, while fleshy leaves exploit the short growing season. In a pot it needs winter dormancy, cool roots and steadier summer moisture than a desert cactus, always with drainage.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific details nobody asked forBotanical details for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance

Hylotelephium was separated from Sedum

Species in this group carry distinct morphological and evolutionary traits, including clearer stems and dense corymb-like inflorescences.

It is a deciduous succulent

Above-ground stems complete their cycle and disappear in winter, while living underground buds begin new growth in spring.

Cool colours are not static

Surface wax and anthocyanins influence grey-blue and purple shades, which change with light and temperature.

Flowers are arranged for many pollinators

Numerous small five-parted flowers gather into flat inflorescences, creating an accessible landing surface for insects.

Frequently asked questions

Useful answers about placement, watering, seasonal behaviour and the plant’s distinctive traits.

01Is it Sedum or Hylotelephium?

The accepted name is Hylotelephium cyaneum. Sedum cyaneum is the historical synonym still widely recognised.

02Why are Sakhalin and Sachalin both used?

They are two transliterations of the same name. Current international spelling and the cultivar record use ‘Sakhalin’.

03Does it disappear in winter?

Above-ground stems are deciduous and retreat normally. The plant remains alive at the base and returns in spring.

04Can it tolerate frost?

Yes, it is exceptionally hardy when roots drain correctly. Under Greek conditions, summer overheating requires greater attention.

05When should it be watered?

During active growth as the upper zone dries, without prolonged dehydration. It needs much less water during winter dormancy.

06What fertiliser does it need?

A small balanced spring dose and, under vigorous growth, one further dilute application before flowering.

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Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin' 12cm

Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin' 12cm

Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin'

What makes it special

A metallic foliage mosaic

A pink cloud in late summer

Seasonal change with purpose

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Climate

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Watering correctly

Air and humidity

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

Substrate

Feeding and repotting

Accepted botanical placement

The cultivar ‘Sakhalin’

Eastern Siberia and the Russian Far East

Hylotelephium was separated from Sedum

It is a deciduous succulent

Cool colours are not static

Flowers are arranged for many pollinators

Frequently asked questions

Sedum cyaneum 'Sachalin' 12cm — Care & Tips

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All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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